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$60+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Central America

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JFK — SJO
Oct 29 — Nov 51
Tue 10/29
Tue 11/5
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/256:59 pmJFK - SJO
2 stops18h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/3112:44 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/23$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/266:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Thu 11/72:13 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 21mDelta
Deal found 10/23$288
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/168:30 pmJFK - SJO
1 stop16h 37mJetBlue
Fri 11/2211:29 pmSJO - JFK
Nonstop5h 12mJetBlue
Deal found 10/23$293
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/253:59 pmJFK - SJO
2 stops23h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/32:50 pmSJO - JFK
2 stops21h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/23$300
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/191:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Thu 12/55:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 40mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/23$308
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/161:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop5h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/810:55 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/24$310
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/610:59 pmJFK - LIR
1 stop14h 15mJetBlue
Sat 11/92:40 pmLIR - JFK
1 stop14h 42mJetBlue
Deal found 10/24$310
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/138:15 amJFK - BZE
Nonstop4h 47mJetBlue
Wed 11/201:06 pmBZE - JFK
Nonstop4h 17mJetBlue
Deal found 10/23$315
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/193:10 amJFK - SAL
1 stop18h 07mCopa Airlines
Thu 12/51:40 pmSAL - JFK
1 stop12h 19mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/23$316
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/151:09 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 59mCopa Airlines
Fri 11/225:20 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop18h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/23$316
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/301:40 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop5h 05mAvianca
Sun 1/197:45 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 30mAvianca
Deal found 10/23$328
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/91:19 amJFK - SAL
Nonstop5h 14mVolaris
Thu 5/15:17 pmSAL - JFK
Nonstop4h 52mVolaris
Deal found 10/23$329

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New York John F Kennedy IntlSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/7

Nonstop5h 05m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 3/18

Nonstop4h 30m

$178

New York John F Kennedy IntlSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/16

2 stops17h 44m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 1/29

2 stops19h 39m

$213

New York John F Kennedy IntlSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/7

Nonstop5h 14m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 2/15

Nonstop4h 40m

$222

New York John F Kennedy IntlGuatemala City La Aurora

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/23

Nonstop4h 55m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 1/27

Nonstop4h 35m

$246

New York John F Kennedy IntlSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/23

Nonstop4h 55m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 3/8

Nonstop4h 40m

$252

New York John F Kennedy IntlGuatemala City La Aurora

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/20

Nonstop5h 21m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 2/6

Nonstop4h 43m

$252

New York John F Kennedy IntlSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

JFK - SAL

JFKSAL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/13

Nonstop5h 14m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 3/1

Nonstop4h 40m

$261

New York John F Kennedy IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/18

1 stop7h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/3

1 stop8h 39m

$298

New York John F Kennedy IntlGuatemala City La Aurora

JFK - GUA

JFKGUA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/3

1 stop7h 29m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 2/6

1 stop9h 51m

$320

New York John F Kennedy IntlLiberia

JFK - LIR

JFKLIR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/29

1 stop23h 35m

Liberia

Thu 10/31

1 stop28h 32m

$374

New York John F Kennedy IntlBelize City Philip S.W.Goldson

JFK - BZE

JFKBZE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/25

2 stops24h 17m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Wed 12/4

2 stops14h 49m

$482

New York John F Kennedy IntlBelize City Philip S.W.Goldson

JFK - BZE

JFKBZE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/25

2 stops24h 17m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Wed 12/4

1 stop7h 25m

$487

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Deals found on 10/24

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Travel insights for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America (average of $398). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JFK to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 24, 2024.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Central America ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Central America when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Central America by month

Plan your trip to Central America by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Central America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Central America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Central America. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Central America. Reviews last updated October 24, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,875 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,875 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,875 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,410 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,875 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,914 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,875 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
2,046 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,875 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,544 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,875 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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  • Can I find flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Avianca for just $178, but on average you can expect to pay $275.

  • Are there nonstop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 13 direct flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America is less than $305.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America for under $400?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Monday.

  • How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 1 flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America a day.
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  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America?

    For as low as $178, Avianca can have you in Central America from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in 5h 05m. The distance from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America is about 2223 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Volaris El Salvador, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $60. Avianca flights start at $66 while deals on American Airlines start at $81 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America?

    While some choose either New York John F Kennedy Intl - Panama City Tocumen Intl or New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Salvador El Salvador Intl, New York John F Kennedy Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the most popular route from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America?

    On average you can expect to pay $349 for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America. The cheapest flight overall is $147 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $262.

  • What does JFK to SJO mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a JFK to SJO flight. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Guatemala City La Aurora Airport (GUA), San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport (SAL), Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport (PTY), San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda Airport (SAP), Liberia Airport (LIR).

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your John F Kennedy Intl to Central America flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter John F Kennedy Intl to Central America flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Central America flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America.

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  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Central America flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America flight deals updated?

    The New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/24.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America (average of $398). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Central America in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Central America. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,462,889 searches. Data last updated October 24, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$119Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$129Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$152Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$161Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$167Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$174Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$177Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$288Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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